Internal Vacancies

Technical Officer, Cropping Research

The role

• Full Time, Continuing
• Level 6 - $92,025 to $99,538 p.a. (plus 17% superannuation)
• Wagga Wagga (on-site)

The Technical Officer, Cropping Research will manage and operate field equipment to support cropping and pasture field experiments. The role contributes to applied research and teaching programs in agronomy and mixed farming systems in collaboration with academic and industry partners. 

The role involves setting up and managing field experiments, collecting and maintaining high-quality research data, and working closely with researchers, students and industry partners across multidisciplinary projects. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on, outdoor work and thrives in a collaborative work environment.

About you

We’re looking for a practical, team‑focused professional with experience in field‑based agricultural research who can contribute to hands‑on cropping trials. You will have:

• Qualification in agricultural science or equivalent hands-on farm based experience demonstrating agricultural knowledge
• Strong skills operating machinery, GPS and data systems
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage priorities
• A collaborative, safety-focused approach

As part of this recruitment, a pre-employment functional screening is required.

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To apply

Click the Apply button and complete your application online, submit a cover letter that tells us more about you and upload your CV.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid work visa commensurate with this position.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

General recruitment enquiries: Rebecca Dwyer | Talent Acquisition Consultant | redwyer@csu.edu.au

Role specific enquiries: Steve Wainewright | Director, Farming Operations | swainewright@csu.edu.au

Closing Date: Please note we will be reviewing applications on submission. The position may be filled on or before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience. Applications will close once the role is filled, or by 11pm, 12 April 2026 whichever comes first. 

Advertised: 02 Apr 2026 09:00 AM - AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 12 Apr 2026 11:00 PM - AUS Eastern Standard Time